Internet Censorship Controversy Internet censorship When does it

Thesis of Presentation � Although many countries have censorship, censorship beyond the necessary violates

What is Censorship? � Many different types of Censorship - films for language and

Internet Censorship � Control or containment of what is accessible or publishable on the

Government Responsibilities � � � Censorship through laws - Vint Cerf V. P. of

� “China places unique limits on information. It is the only major country with

Why do the Chinese people put up with this restriction on information? � �

United States Censorship � � Ongoing debate Current censorship: � Communications Decency Act �

SOPA and PIPA � Goal � Combat � against copyright infringements Downfalls � Many

United Nations Controversy � � Gain control, censor, and regulate internet worldwide Taxing American

Summary � � � Too much restriction to the public United Nations plans are

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Internet Censorship Controversy Internet censorship, When does it go to far?

Thesis of Presentation � Although many countries have censorship, censorship beyond the necessary violates many basic United States Constitutional amendments while constricting citizens.

What is Censorship? � Many different types of Censorship - films for language and content - books for content - maps for military secrecy - music for language - internet for content

Internet Censorship � Control or containment of what is accessible or publishable on the internet

Government Responsibilities � � � Censorship through laws - Vint Cerf V. P. of Google: - “Generally speaking, I find that governments have a sense of responsibility for protecting their citizens from harm in cyberspace. ” Protection Beneficial

Censorship in China

� “China places unique limits on information. It is the only major country with an elaborate, formal system of censorship”

Why do the Chinese people put up with this restriction on information? � � Mutual respect “Like the two parties of a binding contract, the state provides protection and opportunities in vital regions of everyday life in exchange for individuals’ support for policies. Violations of the terms and conditions of the contract would mean deprival to guaranteed privileges”

United States Censorship � � Ongoing debate Current censorship: � Communications Decency Act � Child Online Protection Act � Children’s Internet Protection Act � Proposed censorship: � Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) � Protect Intellectual Property Act (PIPA)

SOPA and PIPA � Goal � Combat � against copyright infringements Downfalls � Many sites would shut down � Sites can still be accessed � No explanation to identify what sites infringe on copyrights

United Nations Controversy � � Gain control, censor, and regulate internet worldwide Taxing American based internet providers

Summary � � � Too much restriction to the public United Nations plans are unconstitutional Much debate and thought that needs to be put into censorship before a consensus can be reached.